SALT INFORMATION for HERPERAX

Uses

Herperax 400 mg tablet is used in the treatment of herpes labialis (sores around the border of the lips), genital herpes infection, chickenpox and herpes zoster (painful skin rash around the nerves of chest and back).

How it works

Herperax 400 mg tablet is an antiviral drug and belongs to class called synthetic nucleoside analogues. It works by blocking the process by which the virus grows and multiplies. Herperax 400 mg tablet thus stops the virus from spreading in the body.

Expert advice for HERPERAX

Drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated while taking acyclovir.

If you have genital herpes it can spread through sexual contact even if you don't have blisters or other symptoms and possibly even if you are taking acyclovir. Take your doctor's advice on necessary precautions

Do not drive or operate machines if you feel drowsy after taking acyclovir

Do consult your doctor before taking acyclovir if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant

Do consult your doctor before taking acyclovir if you are breast-feeding

Take acyclovir as directed by your doctor during pregnancy to prevent genital herpes blisters. The infection may be passed on to the baby during childbirth if you develop genital blisters.

Do consult your doctor before taking acyclovir if you have,

Kidney problems

Elderly

Weak immune system (immunocompromised)

Breathing difficulties

Nervous disorder

Abnormal levels of salts (electrolytes) in blood

Frequently asked questions for HERPERAX

Acyclovir

Q.Is dydrogesterone same as progesterone?No. Dydrogesterone is an artificially synthesized drug which is very similar to the naturally produced female hormone progesterone. Its action in the body is closely related to progesterone

Q.Is dydrogesterone safe?Yes. Dydrogesterone is safe if used at the prescribed does for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q.Is dydrogesterone banned in USA?No dydrogesterone is not banned by the US FDA (US- Food and Drug Administration)

Q.Is dydrogesterone a steroid?Yes. Dydrogesterone has steroidal chemical structure which is very similar to the naturally produced steroidal female hormone progesterone

Q.Dydrogesterone is used for?Dydrogesterone is used to treat conditions associated with low levels of female hormone progesterone. It may also be used in combination with estrogen drugs as a hormone replacement therapy in females at menopause (the time in a woman's life when her menstrual periods stop)

Q.Does dydrogesterone delay periods?Yes. Delayed, irregular, painful and heavy menstrual periods are among the common side effects of dydrogesterone

Q.How does dydrogesterone work?Dydrogesterone works by replacing female hormone progesterone in conditions where the body fails to produce sufficient amounts.